shortcomer

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. One who falls short, failing to attain a goal or ideal.

Pronunciation

/ˈʃoɹtkəmɚ/

Word forms

shortcomer shortcomers

Etymology

From shortcom(ing) + -er.

Related words

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